Rushall Olympic Overview

Legendary Italy and Juventus goalkeeper Gianluigi Buffon opened up about his personal struggles, career mistakes, and mental health challenges. Speaking candidly, the 2006 World Cup winner explained how forgiving himself allowed him to navigate immense pressure.

Former Paris Saint-Germain and Napoli forward Ezequiel Lavezzi has spoken candidly about his mental health struggles, detailing his admission to a psychiatric clinic following his retirement from professional football. The 2014 World Cup finalist revealed that close friend Lionel Messi and the birth of his son were vital in his recovery.

Kylian Mbappe has reportedly alienated several of his France team-mates following his controversial public remarks regarding the Ballon d'Or. Ousmane Dembele is said to be particularly furious, viewing the comments as a betrayal, which has led to a tense atmosphere and the formation of two separate factions within the national team dressing room ahead of their upcoming fixtures.